Give 'em the ax

First published in the US by Morrow, New York in 1944, now public domain in the US and Canada. The story follows the private investigator duo of Bertha Cool and Donald Lam as they investigate a case involving a missing heir to a fortune. The case takes them to a small town where they encounter a cast of eccentric characters, including a wealthy family, a crooked lawyer, and a group of shady businessmen. As they delve deeper into the case, they uncover a web of lies, deceit, and murder. With their trademark wit and cunning, Bertha and Donald navigate the twists and turns of the case, but can they solve the mystery and bring the culprits to justice? Give 'Em The Ax is a classic whodunit that will keep readers guessing until the very end.